Entry Level Cdl Driver Jobs in Springfield, MO (NOW HIRING)

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The CDL Driver Boom Crane is responsible for the safe, efficient transportation of roofing materials, wall panels, trusses, and other materials to job sites and other locations. This role requires maintaining a Class A or B Driver's license, inspecting and maintaining trucks, reporting shortages and claims to supervisors, and assisting in loading and storing of materials. Drivers must perform pre- and post-trip inspections, manage logs, and adhere to hours-of-service requirements. The CDL Driver Boom Crane may also operate specialized equipment such as articulated booms, knuckle booms, conveyors, or cable-over-sheave systems as required.

What You Will Do

• Operates Class A or B commercial vehicles in a safe, compliant, and efficient manner.
• Responsible for deliveries to both active construction sites and completed build locations; city-based deliveries and inter-state travel may be required.
• Performs thorough pre-trip and post-trip DOT inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with federal regulations.
• Provides exceptional customer service by maintaining a professional demeanor, addressing client needs, representing the company positively during all interactions, and relaying messages received from customers while on job sites.
• Organizes and secures loads to ensure safe transport and verifies orders for accuracy before departure and upon delivery.
• Adheres to all regulations and safety guidelines established by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) and complies with all regulations and conditions outlined in applicable permits.
• Prepares and maintains accurate DOT-compliant logs of driving hours, on-duty time, and rest periods in accordance with federal regulations.
• Delivers and unloads materials accurately and safely, ensuring customer satisfaction at the point of delivery.
• Records all merchandise returned by truck and assists in unloading materials returned for credit, ensuring proper documentation and handling.
• Safely and efficiently operates a truck-mounted forklift to load, unload, and transport materials at job sites.
• Maintains the cleanliness and organization of the truck, ensuring it is well-kept and ready for operation.
• Assist with stocking and organizing inventory in the warehouse and production areas.
• Operates specialized equipment such as articulated booms, knuckle booms, conveyors, or cable-over-sheave systems as required.
• Performs inspections of boom crane safety equipment to ensure proper function and compliance with safety standards.
• Safely maneuver and position the boom crane to load and unload materials with precision and care.
• Supervise work of associates involved in scope of operation.

Required For All Jobs

• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Comply with all policies and standards.
• Adheres to Company's commitment to workplace safety.

Education Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.

Experience Qualifications

• 3+ years CDL experience preferred.
• Experience transporting and handling lumber and building materials required.
• Experience operating boom trucks and truck-mounted cranes preferred.
• Experience with load charts, rigging practices, and weight distribution for safe crane operation preferred.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to do basic math, read orders, write instructions and complete forms.
• Ability to effectively and professionally communicate with customers, other employees and supervisors using verbal and written skills.
• Ability to deal constructively with conflict and recognize potential problems.
• Maintain current operator's license and meet company driver qualification requirements.
• Knowledge and ability to use safe lifting techniques.
• Proficiency with or ability to learn current technologies (e.g. Smartphone, GPS and other necessary business applications).
• Ability to collaborate effectively with staff, dispatchers, and other drivers to ensure smooth operations and timely deliveries.
• Knowledge and understanding of federal DOT regulations, logbook requirements, and HOS compliance.
• Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of crane and boom safety regulations and procedures, ensuring safe operation in compliance with industry standards.
• Ability to lift, secure and transport loads safely using a boom crane.

Licenses and Certifications

• Certified Drill Rig Operator-NCCCO Boom Certification preferred – maintain active accredited certification for equipment type (e.g. NCCCO, NCCER, CIC) preferred.
• Class A CDL License required.
• Class B CDL License required.

Ridout Lumber and Meek's, Divisions of US LBM Holdings, LLC are equal opportunity employers. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, order of protection status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law.